6lack is currently signed to Love Renaissance and Interscope Records. He is also a member of the Atlanta-Baltimore music collective Spillage Village, founded by EarthGang and JID. 6lack has received three Grammy Award nominations and has won an MTV Video Music Award.
Thugger’s Interlude
6LACK Lyrics
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Tryna keep myself from goin' under
I've been listenin' to Young Thugger
When it's good, it's good, but the question is
Are you down to fuck with the other side? (No cab, no ride, yeah)
Lately I been bumpin' trap music
Don't wanna listen if I can't dab to it (yeah)
All the things I don't wanna think about
But I'm a hypocrite, 'cause here I am with another slow song
I'm a hypocrite, singin' like a nigga doin' no wrong
Ever since I got me a check, I got a check
Them digits really had 'em bitches comin' for your neck (for your neck)
In 6LACK's song Thugger's Interlude, the artist wrestles with his inner demons, trying to prevent himself from falling into despair. He seeks solace in listening to the music of Young Thugger, but even that is not a foolproof solution. The lyrics are introspective and honest, as 6LACK acknowledges his own flaws and contradictions. He admits to being a hypocrite, for instance, by enjoying slow songs even though he's been bumping trap music lately. Despite his success in the form of a big paycheck, 6LACK seems to be struggling with mental health issues, which is in line with the theme of his album, East Atlanta Love Letter. The question at the end, "Are you down to fuck with the other side?" may be a commentary on society's tendency to ignore mental health issues and dismiss them as something that people should just "get over."
The song's title is a reference to Young Thugger, who is mentioned in the lyrics. Thugger's Interlude is also the second-to-last track on the album, and it serves as a bridge between two different parts of the album. The first half of the album deals with themes of love and relationships, while the second half is darker and more introspective. Thugger's Interlude represents a turning point in the album, as 6LACK begins to delve deeper into his own psyche and the difficult emotions he experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
(Goin' under)
I'm struggling with some personal issues
Tryna keep myself from goin' under
I'm trying to keep myself from spiraling into a bad place
I've been listenin' to Young Thugger
I've been listening to Young Thug's music to help me cope
When it's good, it's good, but the question is
Young Thug's music is great, but there's a deeper issue
Are you down to fuck with the other side? (No cab, no ride, yeah)
Are you willing to take risks and try something new? If not, you won't make progress
Lately I been bumpin' trap music
Recently, I've been listening to trap music
Don't wanna listen if I can't dab to it (yeah)
I only want to listen if I can enjoy it and dance to it
'Cause all that other shit makes me think about
Other kinds of music make me contemplate difficult topics
All the things I don't wanna think about
Things that I don't want to confront or address
But I'm a hypocrite, 'cause here I am with another slow song
Even though I just said I don't like certain kinds of music, I'm still listening to them
I'm a hypocrite, singin' like a nigga doin' no wrong
I'm singing as if I'm perfect, even though I'm not
Ever since I got me a check, I got a check
Since I started making money, my financial situation has been stable
Them digits really had 'em bitches comin' for your neck (for your neck)
The money I have earned has attracted negative attention from people who want to take it from me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adrian Bruesch, Jacob Rabitsch, Ricardo Valdez Valentine, Trevor Slade
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kherlengtb4675
Tryna keep myself from goin' under
I've been listening Young Thugger
When it's good, it's good, but the question is
Are you down to fuck with the other side? (No cab, no ride, yeah)
Lately I been bumpin' trap music
Don't wanna listen if I can't dab to it (dab to it)
'Cause all that other shit makes me think about
All the things I don't wanna think about
But I'm a hypocrite, 'cause here I am with another slow song
I'm a hypocrite, singin' like a nigga doin' no wrong
Ever since I got me a cheque I got a chick
Them digits really had 'e
@HansonsPassion
I'm a sucker for the piano and slow songs. Makes my heart hurt.
@BobbyBobllV
ye sad vibe :/
@JS-vp6wg
MAKE THIS LONGER GOD DAMN IT
@sarab3973
Fr tho
@luciano-do3so
This is so underrated wtf
@user-op9hq5qs6u
One of the best interlude I've heard, so much feelings and things said in only 1 m and 12 secs
@doms5755
Listen to sy ari da kid - Elope interlude whenever you have time. ✌🏽
@JayFriedrichs
Wish this song was a full song 😢 it’s incredible
@angelwhite3225
I said the same thing
@KvN-07
It's incredible how a 1:12 minutes song has a deeper meaning than longer ones 😊